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RJ53 ROY

2003 Honda -

Red Petrol 1832cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires26 Feb 2027
Tests20 (16 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

35,651 mi
Last recorded35,651 miles
Recorded on26 Feb 2026
Typical for 2003 Honda -31,661 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationRJ53 ROY
MakeHonda
Model-
Year2003
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,832cc

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MOT History

16 pass 4 fail
Pass 26 Feb 2026 35,651 miles
Fail 16 Feb 2026 35,626 miles

Parking brake lever pivot worn to the extent that the brake may inadvertently release (1.1.6 (b) (ii))

Pass 27 Feb 2025 35,191 miles

Electrical wiring insecure under light wiring underneath (4.11 (a) (i))

Parking brake lever ratchet mechanism obviously worn (1.1.6 (b) (i))

parking brake only just meets minimum efficiency

Pass 26 Feb 2024 33,538 miles
Pass 22 Nov 2023 33,318 miles
Pass 1 Jun 2023 33,105 miles
Pass 20 Mar 2023 33,075 miles
Pass 21 Mar 2022 31,661 miles
Fail 21 Mar 2022 31,661 miles

Nearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a))

Pass 29 Mar 2021 29,376 miles

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Fail 29 Mar 2021 29,376 miles

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))

Pass 1 Jul 2019 26,044 miles
Fail 1 Jul 2019 26,044 miles

Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a))

Registration plate does not conform to the specified requirements (0.1 (d))

Pass 26 Jun 2018 22,517 miles
Pass 4 Jul 2017 17,580 miles
Pass 18 Aug 2016 14,931 miles

Offside Front Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2.A1f(i))

Pass 10 Jul 2015 10,214 miles
Pass 9 Aug 2014 7,406 miles
Pass 8 Jul 2013 7,254 miles
Pass 2 Aug 2012 7,150 miles

How Reliable is the Honda -?

Based on 4,421 MOT tests across 336 vehicles.

87.9%
Pass Rate
950
Miles/Year
42
Year Lifespan
336
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil 42
Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm 28
Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick 22
Roller brake test indicates a binding brake 20
Tyre valve stem damaged which could cause sudden tyre deflation 18
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RJ53 ROY is a 2003 Honda - in Red with a 1,832cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

Across all 2003 Honda - models, the average MOT pass rate is 87.3% with a typical mileage of 31,661 miles. This particular vehicle has a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

The most common reason a Honda - fails its MOT is shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil, accounting for 42 recorded failures. If you're considering buying RJ53 ROY, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Honda - typically stays on UK roads for around 42 years. At 23 years old, this Honda - is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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What year was RJ53 ROY registered?

RJ53 ROY is a 2003 Honda -, first registered on 1 September 2003.

Is RJ53 ROY safe to buy?

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